…essay which explains California’s water problem. He says that people back east may not understand why our farmers are so concerned about improving the water supply here. We get about 12…
Court Agrees with USDA in GIPSA Ruling
…Agriculture (USDA) “provided legitimate regulatory and substantive concerns” in withdrawing the Farmer Fair Practices Rules. Those rules would have made significant changes to the requirements and oversight of the Grain…
Celebrating New Year’s The “Right” Way?
…scientist who also ran a newspaper and has written for agricultural publications since the 1980s. He was a regular contributor to California Farmer Magazine. His commentary “The Western View” is…
Several Developments for Dairy in 2018
As 2018 comes to an end, reflecting over the past year reveals some significant developments for the California dairy industry. One of the biggest events for California dairy farmers was…
Sutter County Recognized for Distinguished Service
In 61 years as a Farm Bureau member, Sutter County farmer James Marler has served in numerous leadership roles in county and statewide organizations. His dedication to volunteer efforts on…
Farm Bureau Honors Former President Wenger for Distinguished Service
…Wenger. Wenger accepted the award during the organization’s 100th Annual Meeting in San Diego. A third-generation farmer who grows almonds and walnuts on a family farm in Modesto, Wenger served…
CFBF President Outlines Policy Priorities
…back against expanding government regulation that hampers agriculture. “That’s what ties us together at Farm Bureau,” Johansson said. “It’s the understanding that what’s bad for an almond farmer is bad…
Secretary Perdue Names NRCS Chief
…In his role, Lohr will provide leadership for NRCS and its mission to support America’s farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners in their voluntary conservation efforts through a network of over…
Farm Bureau Calls for Final Farm Bill Approval
…Zippy Duvall. “The 2018 farm bill emerging from the conference committee is good news for farmers amid a prolonged downturn in the agricultural economy. Chairmen Roberts and Conaway and Ranking…
Agri View: BFTP-Farm Wives Working Off the Farm
The number of farm wives that work off the farm is still growing. Despite government programs, today farmers financially, the average farmer still has a hard time putting a lot…
Roughly 11 Percent of the Thanksgiving Food Dollar Goes to Farmers
The National Farmers Union (NFU) has found that for every Thanksgiving food dollar spent, farmers and ranchers receive only 11.3 cents. The annual Thanksgiving edition of the NFU Farmer’s Share…
Agri View: BFTP-Bats, One of Farmer’s Best Friends
Bats are just creepy creatures to most people. Everett Griner talks about how bats are one of farmer’s best friend in today’s Agri View. BFTP-Bats, One of Farmers Best Friends…
Manage the Forest to Control Wildfires
…the 1980s. He was a regular contributor to California Farmer Magazine. His commentary “The Western View” is a regular feature on Farm City Newsday and AgNet West. Sponsored Content Let’s…
USDA Invests to Support Military Veterans Pursuing Farming and Ranching Careers
…pursue careers in agriculture,” said NIFA Director Scott Angle. “AgVets funded projects will give our veterans the tools they need to be successful farmers and ranchers, ultimately preserving and strengthening…